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Adam has been in the fitness and health industry for over 15 years now and has been the Founder and President of The Fitness Lab since it’s beginning on May 7, 2016. He started off when he was 17 years old helping out around a local gym and soon recognized his passion to work in the field. He attended St. Lawrence College in Kingston and received his Fitness and Health Promotion Diploma, his CSEP-CPT (Canadian Society of Exercise and Physiology- Certified Personal Trainer), as well as his FRC (Functional Range Conditioning certification). Over the last decade, he has worked alongside numerous clients, professional athletes, and celebrities around the city to help them achieve their goals. He specializes in athletic training and has worked with athletes in a variety of different sports and leagues such as the CFL, OHL, NCAA, ECHL, AHL, and NHL. Adam is a lululemon legacy ambassador, a leader in the sweat community, and plans to continue to grow the LAB brand as big as he can.

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For Ryan, a love of sports at a young age sparked an interest in exercise. This lead him into a Bachelor's Degree at the University of Ontario Institute for Technology (UOIT) in Kinesiology, specializing in Exercise Science. His interest was piqued studying Human Neuromechanics, taking him into a Master's of Health Sciences where he researched the differences between our dominant and non-dominant arms. After registering with the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario, Ryan began working in both the rehab and personal training worlds, and over the last 6+ years Ryan has watched clients achieve their goals and crush the rehabilitation process. As a Registered Kinesiologist, Ryan utilizes movement analysis and the most up to date exercise protocols to ensure the best results, and truly loves what he does.

PARTNER | HEAD TRAINER | BHSC

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Mike is a certified exercise physiologist who brings a wealth of knowledge and experience as well as a contagious passion for fitness, aiming to positively impact the lives of others. He has a bachelor of science with a specialization in Human Kinetics, as well as a master of science with research in muscle physiology. Mike grew up playing soccer, hockey, track & field, golf and tennis. He has completed
five marathons and is currently training to qualify for every major marathon in the world. Mike enjoys working with a variety of individuals, with a common mission to challenge everyone to become the best version of themselves. 

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Jana’s love of all things sports, athletics, and fitness related began when she was a kid. She participated in competitive sports most of her life...the big ones being gymnastics, fastball, downhill ski racing and horseback riding. Her passions took her to The University of Waterloo where she completed her Bachelor of Arts, majoring in Recreation and Leisure studies.

Jana’s desire to really reach out to help people transform their lives motivated her to change careers and she became certified as a Personal Trainer in 2005, and has been Personal Training for 18years. She is CanFitPro and FRC (Functional Range Conditioning) certified. Her love and passion for fitness and healthy living, as well has her
compassion, patience, and empathy, has allowed her to do what she loves....and in turn, she genuinely loves what she does. 

PARTNER | MANAGER OF OPERATIONS

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Madeleine joined TFL in 2022, having worked various roles within the fitness and sporting world. Madeleine studied Business Administration at Algonquin College and at TFL, she is able to combine her love of business with her passion for fitness and wellbeing. Outside of the The Lab, she can usually be found spending time with her dog, Berkley.

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Jazlyn is a Certified Personal Trainer who brings a significant amount of passion into her work in health and fitness. She studied Human Kinetics at the University of Ottawa and as an Occupational and Physiotherapy Assistant through Algonquin College. Giving her a solid, evidence-based understanding of how the body moves, heals, and adapts. That background, paired with years of competitive soccer from a young age, shapes the way she coaches today.

Whether it's helping someone move without pain or build strength, Jazlyn's goal is to guide others to experience the power of strength and mobilty. Discovering ways to create a genuine connection to movement that lasts a lifetime. 

MANAGER OF CLIENT EXPERIENCE

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Starting as an intern, Ben spent time learning from the TFL's expert trainers and awesome clients before becoming a Certified Personal Trainer. His teamwork skills developed through his involvement in hockey, lacrosse, and rugby, aiding in his ability to keep people motivated with his upbeat personality. A bumping Saturday morning Met/Con is where Ben thrives.  

Ben graduated from Wilfrid Laurier with a degree in Political Science with specializations in research and legal studies, and is currently pursuing education in food and nutrition. When not teaching classes, you can find Ben watching movies, learning new recipes, or running his small barbecue and outdoor kitchen maintenance company.

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Driven by a passion for helping others, you will always find Julia at the front desk with a smile on her face. She graduated from Algonquin College with a Diploma in Business and continues to use her education and customer service expertise to bring a warm and welcoming experience to The LAB.

Julia has a particular love for travel and nature, and you can find her exploring the outdoors on a hike or bike ride in her free time. 

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Olivia is a Certified Personal Trainer and upcoming Massage Therapist who brings her passion for movement, mobility, and athletics into every training session. She holds a Dual Diploma in Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant studies from Algonquin College. Olivia has been involved in sports her entire life, with a strong focus on soccer and rugby. She played competitive soccer throughout her life, including at the varsity level at Algonquin College.

Olivia has a particular passion for mobility and believes it is one of the most important foundations of a successful fitness journey. She enjoys working with individuals of all backgrounds and helping them build confidence, move better, and develop a strong foundation to become the best version of themselves.

CLIENT SERVICES/EXECUTIVE COORDINATOR

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Lauren has been involved in sports her entire life, with hockey playing a major role in her journey. She went on to compete for three years at the U SPORTS level with the University of New Brunswick REDS while completing her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. With a passion for working with and supporting others, Lauren hopes to pursue a career in teaching. She currently works at The LAB, where she enjoys being part of an active and motivating environment, as well as an Educational Assistant with the Ottawa Catholic School Board. Outside of work, Lauren loves all things sports, fitness, and competition. She is always looking for new ways to stay active and challenge herself. Some of Lauren's favourite parts of working at The LAB are making a mean smoothie, getting to chat with members and participating in class.  

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Ben found his drive for fitness at a young age. He started out playing baseball and later found a passion for football. He fell in love with fitness from growing up around many active people, which then led him to the gym. 

Ben graduated from Algonquin College in The Fitness and Health Promotion Program. He is a certified group and personal trainer under the Canadian Society Of Exercise Physiology (CSEP-CPT). For Ben, fun is the only way! He loves clapping in class and getting the most out of people while being the biggest hype man. 

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Claire graduated from Carleton University in Spring 2025 with a Bachelor of Science, Honours in Neuroscience and Biology. During her studies, she developed a passion for promoting healthy movement for life and promoting its role in supporting cognitive well-being. In her final year, she became certified through the WITS Personal Training Certification Program offered through Carleton Athletics. Claire first joined the Fitness Lab in Client Services before getting involved in classes as an intern, where she discovered a passion for helping others through exercise. As a budding trainer, she hopes to help others develop a positive relationship with physical activity, allowing for an increased quality of life. Outside of the Lab, Claire is an avid rock climber and spends most of her free time climbing outdoors or training indoors. She hopes to pursue a career in physiotherapy, combining her interests in movement, neuroscience, and helping others.

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